Farm Store Clerk/Dairy Farmer (Couple) - Plano, TX

We are a family owned and operated dairy farm looking for a reliable energetic couple, or two individuals to work on our farm.  Registered Guernsey and Jersey operation in Plano, TX.  The couple will tend to dairy cows and work at our farm store.  Must be self-starters, work independently and well with others, be real cow people with great observational skills, have good attitudes and work ethics, and be interested in a long term commitment. 

The farm store clerk will be working at our retail store, the duties will include but are not limited to; running the cash register, helping customers, restocking products, assist with educational farm tours, marketing, photography etc.  Successful farm marketing and sales is what keeps family farms viable.  The dairy farmer will need to know all aspects of dairy farming, duties will include but are not limited to; milking cows, feeding cows, bottling milk, running large equipment, field work, planting, mowing, manure spreading, rotational pasture grazing, additional maintenance and jobs assigned as needed.  

Requirements:

• We will require consent to a background check.
• Clean driving record and current driving license.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and stand/walk for approximately 90% of the time. (This is a very physically demanding job.)
• References required
• Clean and respectful
• Honesty, efficiency, strong communication skills, punctual, attention to detail,ability to work as part of a team, strong wok ethic, commitment to work.
• Recent Photo
• No drugs - (Random drug testing)
• An open mind- We have our way of doing things.  Our practices have evolved and will continue to as our business and sales environment grows.
• Flexibility - Things change and  at times this business can be a very fast-paced business.  The ability to go with the flow and adjust when needed is crucial.
• If you are a couple considering applying to this position you must be in good standing, no fighting/drama, and must be able to work both side by side and independently as needed.  We welcome couples/friends that fit the above description to apply, and have had success with mature couples working this position before.